Victoria St., Amherst, NS (1907) |
This blog contains the diary entries of Henry Harris "Harry" Murray, who enlisted with the 85th Battalion (Nova Scotia Highlanders) on September 29, 1915. Harry kept a daily record of his activities as a member of its renowned band from January 1 to March 22, 1916, and subsequently served overseas for the war's duration.
Monday, 14 March 2016
Tuesday, March 14, 1916
Left Truro at 9.30 for Amherst, arriving at 12.30 . Had short march to court house. Played concert in afternoon at church. Largest church yet. Sang “Perfect Day.” Monroe sore also ? [illegible]. At Harry Smith’s for supper. Meeting in church in eveing [sic]. J. Logan [probably Sgt. John David, 223479, Halifax, a band member] A. Foster [Sgt. Archie W., 223356, Amherst, wounded at Lens May 26, 1917] with us after meeting. Slick had shower bath tonight. Still fine weather. Saw Jean McDonald here, also Webb Fraser & wife, Aunt Minn [?], also Annie Stewart from N. Glasgow.
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